Fair Trade Fortnight: Promoting Justice and Sustainability What Is Fairtrade Fortnight? Each year, from late February to early March, individuals, organizations, and businesses across the United Kingdom come together to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight. This event honors the farmers, miners, and…
27 January: International Holocaust Remembrance Day Background of Holocaust Remembrance Day International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed annually on 27 January, as established by United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60 This resolution calls on all member states to honor the…
24 January: International Day of Education Education and the Role of the United Nations On December 3, 2018, the United Nations General Assembly designated January 24 as the International Day of Education. This day recognizes the vital role education plays…
22 March: World Water Day Purpose and Declaration of World Water Day by the U.N. General Assembly The United Nations General Assembly designated 22 March as World Water Day through resolution A/RES/47/193 on 22 December 1992. Since 1993, this day…
21 March: World Poetry Day – Celebrating the Art of Expression The Purpose of World Poetry Day and Poetry’s Role in Our Lives World Poetry Day, celebrated every year on March 21, honors poetry’s unique ability to capture the creative…
21 March: International Day of Forests Purpose and Themes of the Day In November 2012, the United Nations General Assembly designated 21 March as the International Day of Forests. This day celebrates forests of all types around the world and…
21 February: International Mother Language Day Declaration of the Day and Its Purpose International Mother Language Day was officially proclaimed by the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in November 1999. The United Nations…
March 20: International Day of Happiness Origins and the Role of the United Nations March 20 is recognized as the United Nations International Day of Happiness—a day dedicated to promoting happiness and well-being across the globe. In a world facing…
January 17: Martin Luther King Jr. Day — Honoring a Legacy of Equality and Justice History and Achievements of Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday in the United States, commemorating the life and…
12 April: International Day for Street Children Origins of the International Day for Street Children The International Day for Street Children was established on 12 April 2011 to amplify the voices of millions of street children worldwide. This day is…
11 March: British Science Week – Celebrating Innovation and Discovery The Role of British Science Week and Its Participants British Science Week is a dynamic, week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) held annually across the United Kingdom.…
March 10: International School Meals Day — Celebrating Nutrition and Healthy Eating Habits Understanding International School Meals Day and the Value of Food International School Meals Day (ISMD) was established to raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating habits…
March 8: International Women’s Day — Celebrating Women’s Courage and Progress Women’s Achievements in History and the Significance of International Women’s Day International Women’s Day (IWD) is a globally recognized occasion dedicated to honoring the achievements of women throughout history…
7 April: World Health Day – Celebrating Global Health and Well-being Commemorating WHO’s Anniversary and the 2021 World Health Day Theme World Health Day is observed every year on April 7th to spotlight important health issues affecting people around the…
4 April: International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action Establishment of the Day and the United Nations’ Role On 8 December 2005, the United Nations General Assembly designated 4 April as the International Day for Mine Awareness…
